Disclaimer
TBDHU supports mental health in a variety of ways, but does not provide acute crisis or mental health services or counselling. If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis:
- Call 911
- Call the Suicide Crisis Helpline at 988 for calls and texts in both English and French, 24/7.
- Visit your nearest emergency department
- Contact Crisis Response
- Thunder Bay: Call or text 807-346-8282
- District of Thunder Bay: Call 1-866 888 8988
For counselling support and treatment for mental health concerns:
- Call 211 or visit the 211 North Website
- Call ConnexOntario at 1-866-531-2600 or visit the ConnexOntario website
Looking for Support with your Mental Health?
Never be afraid to reach out for help. Remember, seeking help is a sign of strength. You don’t have to face your struggles alone. There is support nearby.
Expand the menus below to find Services and Supports:
Walk-in Counselling
Thunder Bay Counselling & The Children's Centre Thunder Bay
- Talk-in counselling (first come first serve basis) offered Monday to Friday. Visit the Thunder Bay Counselling or Children's Centre Thunder Bay websites for schedule or call the main line: (807) 343-5000
Dilico Anishinabek Family Care
- Walk-in counselling available in Thunder Bay, Tuesdays 1:00 - to 7:00 pm (See 'Supports and Services in the District' for district clinic information). Call (807) 624-5818.
- Free counselling for adults, youth, and children either through telephone or virtually. Call (807) 623-0292 for other counselling options.
Mental Health Support Programs
- Programming and services to support individuals with serious mental health and/or addictions concerns. Call (807) 683-8200.
NorWest Community Health Centre
- Provides a variety of mental and physical wellbeing services and programs. In Thunder Bay, call (807) 622-8235 or Toll-Free 1-866-357-5454.
Canadian Mental Health Association Thunder Bay (CMHA)
- First Place - Treatment for people (aged 14-35) who are experiencing their first episode of psychosis (referral needed). Call (807) 345-0060.
- New Foundations - Day program for people with mental health concerns over 16 years old to work through recovery. Call (807) 345-5564.
- Offers a variety of programs and services ranging from social support to spiritual wellbeing. Call (807) 345-6062 or Toll-Free 1-855-376-6673
Thunder Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre
- A wide range of programming is offered to support health and wellness across the lifespan. Call (807) 345-5840.
- The Biidaaban Healing Lodge is a 12-unit facility that provides the Indigenous population in the Robinson-Superior Area with residential and community-based programming. Call (807) 229-3592 or Toll-Free: 1-888-432-7102.
Ontario Structured Psychotherapy Program
- Provides adults with depression and anxiety-related conditions access to publicly funded, evidence-based, short-term, cognitive-behavioural therapy and related services to help manage their conditions. These services include guided self-help resources supported by a coach or therapist, and cognitive-behavioural therapy in the form of one-on-one or group sessions, either in-person or virtually.
- Heads Up Guys is the world’s leading men’s mental health resource. Topics include depression, suicide, self-care, building a support team, news articles and stories, friends and family resources, and assistance with finding a therapist.
Peer Support
People Advocating for Change through Empowerment (P.A.C.E.)
- Peer support program to assist people with mental health and addictions issues. Free programming and drop in facility for members (membership is free). Call (807) 343-4760 or reach out through the website for support and information on services offered.
Boots on the Ground: Peer Support for First Responders
- Provides anonymous caring and compassionate peer support to active and retired first responders across Ontario. Call: 1-833-677-2668
- Confidential and free support for addictions, mental health, and problem gambling offered 24/7. Call 1-866-531-2600.
- Culturally grounded, confidential helpline for Indigenous women (available in 14 languages) offered 24/7. Call or Text: 1-855-554-HEAL. A live chat option is available on the website.
- Confidential crisis support and professional counselling for youth up to 20 years old offered 24/7. Call: 1-800-668-6868 or text: CONNECT to 686868.
- Confidential crisis support and professional counselling for post-secondary students (ages 17-25) offered 24/7. Call: 1-866-925-5454 or text: GOOD2TALKON to 686868.
- Online mental health and wellbeing service that allows you to express your feelings and connect with others in a safe and secure online space that is moderated by trained practitioners. Resources and self-assessments available. Accessible 24/7.
- Skill-building program delivered through a variety of videos and over the phone coaching to help manage low mood, mild to moderate depression, anxiety, stress, and worry.
- Confidential online or text peer support for LGBTTQQ2SI youth available Sunday to Friday from 4:00 to 9:30 pm. Text: 800-268-9688 or chat live on the website.
Parents
- Parents Like Us is a free, community-developed handbook for caregivers of young people who are navigating substance use challenges. Whether you’re a parent, guardian, or someone who cares deeply about a young person, this handbook offers understanding, support, and practical strategies to help you through.
- Monday-Friday 9:00 am-7:00 pm for parents or caregivers of a child up to 25 years old for free support. Parent support groups are also available. Call 855-775-7005.
Improving Treatment Together Project
- There is a clear need for treatment services that are accessible, appropriate and responsive to the needs of youth suffering from opioid use disorders. The purpose of the Improving Treatment Together (ITT) Project is to improve the experiences and outcomes of substance use services in the local community for young people who use opioids.
Walk-in Counselling
- Free counselling for adults, youth, and children either through walk-in or appointment. Call (807) 623-0292 for other counselling options.
- Child Victim Witness Program provides support at no cost for children under the age of 18 who have been a victim or witness to a crime and are required to testify in court. Call (807) 684-1800.
- Youth-In-Transition Worker Program: Help youth ages 16-25 transition into a new life and create skills and community connections after leaving the care of the child protection system. Workers assist youth one-on-one to secure stable housing, access health and mental health services, obtain education and training information, connect to employment services, and more. The Youth-In-Transition Worker Program is provided to youth at no cost. Call (807) 684-1800.
- Youth Outreach Counselling: Youth Outreach Counsellors provide short-term counselling at no cost where support services are not immediately available or access to further community services is needed. The program is for youth ages 12-25 and their families. Call (807) 632-1223.
Thunder Bay Counselling & The Children's Centre Thunder Bay
- Talk-in counselling (first come first serve basis) offered Monday to Friday. Visit the Thunder Bay Counselling or Children's Centre Thunder Bay websites for schedule or call the main line: (807) 343-5000
Dilico Anishinabek Family Care Mental Health Services
- Walk-in counselling available in Thunder Bay on Tuesdays from 1:00 to 7:00 pm. (See 'Supports and Services in the District' for district clinic information). Call (807) 624-5818.
Locally Operated Support Programs
The Children’s Centre Thunder Bay
- Provides a wide range of services related to child development needs, speech and language, parenting, and mental health. In partnership with Thunder Bay Counselling, they offer single-session counselling services. Open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Call (807) 343-5000.
Dilico Anishinabek Family Care Mental Health Services
- Children and youth mental health services available through Dilico with referral.
Integrated Youth Addictions Services (UTURN)
- Program provides free counselling treatment, support, and information to youth who are struggling with substance use. Know a young person who could benefit from this? Complete the Referral Form and send to uturn@tbaycounselling.com.
Suicide Prevention and Self-Harm Resources
Youth Suicide Prevention Toolkit
- This is a brief introduction into the topic of youth suicide and how to have a conversation with someone you are worried about. It includes warning signs, statistics, risk factors, and additional resources.
- This resource provides information around self-harm, reasons why individuals engage in self-harm behaviour, emphasis on how self-harm is not suicide but it may lead to suicide, and how to support someone.
Know when to ask about suicide
- A brief resource on ways to talk about suicide with a trusted person.
Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention – what can you do when you are concerned
- This resource helps you navigate the difficult conversations you may have when talking to someone contemplating suicide.
Online/Over the Phone Support
- Confidential crisis support and professional counselling for youth up to 20 years old offered 24/7. Call 1-800-668-6868 or text: CONNECT to 686868.
- Confidential crisis support and professional counselling for post-secondary students (ages 17-25) offered 24/7. Call 1-866-925-5454 or text: GOODTOTALKON to 686868.
- Online mental health and wellbeing service that allows you to express your feelings and connect with others in a safe and secure online space moderated by trained practitioners. Resources and self-assessments available. Accessible 24/7,
- Skill-building program delivered through a variety of videos and over the phone coaching to help manage low mood, mild to moderate depression, anxiety, stress, and worry.
- Confidential online or text peer support for LGBTTQQ2SI youth Sunday to Friday from 4:00 to 9:30 pm. Text: (647) 694-4275 or chat live on the website.
Counselling for Post-Secondary Students
Lakehead University Student Health and Wellness Events
- Various programs to help build skills to maintain a healthy lifestyle and manage stress
- Resources and articles to support student health and wellness
- Wellness advice and strategies
Lakehead Student Health and Counselling
- Free counselling services to full- and part-time students at Lakehead University (must book appointment). Call (807) 343-8361.
Confederation College counselling
- Free counselling services (including personal counselling, career exploration, and academic issues and academic dispute resolution support) to students of Confederation College. Call (807) 475-6618 or Toll-Free: 1-833-330-1550.
Group Therapy
Postpartum Mood Difficulties Group Therapy
- Maternal mental health group therapy provided by St. Joseph's Care Group Mental Health Outpatient Program. The therapy group is for pregnant women who are having mental health difficulties or for women experiencing mood changes after baby. Women who have attended this group have given great feedback and reported fewer symptoms after completing the group therapy.
- An 8-week online support group run by the Mental Health Program at Women’s College Hospital. It will take place on a confidential discussion board, giving you the opportunity to share your thoughts, feelings, and experiences, while learning from and supporting other mothers. Each week a new topic will be explored, relating to issues that commonly emerge during the first year of life with a new baby.
Online/Over the Phone Support
Postpartum Support International
- The PSI HelpLine is a toll-free telephone number anyone can call to get basic information, support, and resources. The HelpLine is not a crisis hotline and does not handle emergencies
- The HelpLine messages are returned every day of the week. Calls and texts will be returned within business hours 8am-11pm EST.
- Call or Text the PSI HelpLine:
- Call 1-800-944-4773 (4PPD)
- Text in English: 800-944-4773
- Text en Español: 971-203-7773
- PSI also has the following support services:
- Provider Directory
- Chat with an Expert
- Peer Mentor Program
- Online Support Meetings
- Postpartum Planning
- Specialized Support Resources
- PSI provides support resources for:
- Moms
- Dads
- Partners and Families
- Queer & Trans Parents
- Military Families
- Postpartum Psychosis
- Loss & Grief
- Adoptive Parents and Birth Mothers
Local Programming and Support
Having a Baby in Thunder Bay booklet
- A listing of community programs, emergency helplines, emotional and breastfeeding support, and other general information for your pregnancy as well as after the baby arrives.
Healthy Babies Healthy Children Program
- The Healthy Babies Healthy Children Program at the Thunder Bay District Health Unit has public health nurses and family home visitors that can support you. Learn more by calling (807) 625-5900 and ask to speak with a public health nurse in the Healthy Babies Healthy Children program.
Early ON Child and Family Centers
- EarlyON Child and Family Centres provide opportunities for children from birth to 6 years of age to participate in play and inquiry-based programs, and support parents and caregivers in their roles. These centres offer safe and welcoming environments open to all families across Ontario, with qualified professionals and quality programs. Families and caregivers can find support, advice, make personal connections and access a network of resources.
- Programming varies from site to site and includes a variety of activities such as toy lending libraries, drop-in playgroups, Babies’ Day Out groups, Connect groups for children with disabilities, Time with Toddlers groups, Dad’s groups, youth groups, Indigenous groups, French language groups, and food security programs, among others.
- See the KeyON calendar for each schedule for all sites within the District Of Thunder Bay Social Services Administration Board area.
Young Parents Program (YPP)
- This program is designed for parents 21 years and younger and is in partnership with the SAM-MISOL program at Confederation College. Parents come together to learn to cook a healthy meal for their family and receive support from our Young Parents Facilitator to address parenting and child development.
- Call 807-623 0292 ext. 230 for more information.
Short Term Respite Child Care
- This program offers childcare for short periods of time so parents/guardians can attend appointments, run errands, or maintain personal wellbeing at no cost to families.
- Availability is limited by number and ages of children
- Call 807-632-9357 or 807-346-6863 or email jolaine@ourkidscount.ca for more details
Pregnancy and Infant Loss
Pregnancy and Infant Loss Network (PAIL Network)
- Pregnancy and Infant Loss Network (PAIL Network) is dedicated to improving bereavement care and providing support to families who have suffered the loss of a pregnancy or the death of their baby/babies. We are a provincial program that operates as a part of Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre‘s DAN Women and Babies program. Support services have been tailored to meet the specific needs of grieving families, and are available at no cost to all families in the province of Ontario.
Please note: Substance use here refers to any substance including but not limited to cannabis, heroin, cocaine, methamphetamine, alcohol, nicotine, or prescription medicines. Most organizations listed below cover all substances but some are specific to certain ones which are listed in the description.
Getting Appropriate Personal and Professional Support (GAPPS)
- GAPPS services supports individuals over the age of 16 with serious, unstable complex mental health and addiction issues who are not already connected to a community mental health or addictions service.
- To make a referral or inquiry contact: (807) 624-3461
Community Addictions Peer Support Association (CAPSA)
- All People All Pathways believes in including multiple options and pathways for increased health through peer support groups and developing your substance use health goals. Click here to find virtual peer support meeting dates and times.
Thunder Bay Addiction Centre
An opiate addiction treatment centre with two locations in Thunder Bay. They include an on-site pharmacy and clinic and knowledgeable staff who will ensure your experience with the centre is a positive one.
- Thunder Bay Addiction Centre – North:
- Phone: 807-346-8844
- Email: tbac.north@outlook.com
- Thunder Bay Addiction Centre – South:
- Phone: 807-623-8844
- Email: tbac.south@outlook.com
Withdrawal Management and Treatment
They offer assessment and community treatment programs. This includes alcohol and drug assessment, treatment planning and referral, pre-treatment stabilization, case management support, and consultation to families who are concerned about someone's substance use. Call (807) 684-1800
St. Joseph's Care Group programs
- Sister Margaret Smith Centre
- Residential facility which offers counselling and treatment for substance use and addiction
- (807) 684-5100
- The Balmoral Centre
- A free, non-medical withdrawal management program. The program is open 24/7, has no waiting periods, is free, and voluntary.
- (807) 623-6515
- Rapid Access Addiction Medicine Clinic (RAAM)
- RAAM clinic provides low-barrier, easy to access, and walk-in services for people living with substance use issues. *Must book appointment during COVID-19.
- NorWest Community Health Centre
- (807) 626-8478
- Monday to Friday during clinic hours
- RAAM clinic provides low-barrier, easy to access, and walk-in services for people living with substance use issues. *Must book appointment during COVID-19.
- Abstinence based recovery program for addictions treatment and support
- (807) 622-2730
Ka-na-chi-hih Specialized Solvent Abuse Treatment Centre
- Solvent use residential treatment centre for First Nation youth aged 18-30. Offering services such as intake, referral, aftercare, and support.
- (807) 623-5577 or Toll-Free: 1-888-863-1560
TBDHU Smoking Cessation Program (STOP)
- The TBDHU offers aid with smoking cessation through the Take Control Smoking Cessation Clinic. For more information on smoking cessation resources visit the smoking, vaping, and tobacco page on our website or call the Tobacco Control Program at (807) 625-5900
Drug and Alcohol Connex line – Your first contact for help
- Call for information about the drug and alcohol treatment services available in Ontario
- Phone: 1-800-565-8603
Support Groups
- Group of people sharing experiences in recovery from addiction to alcohol. Meeting times and locations vary.
- (807) 623-1712
- Support groups for people who love someone who has an addiction to alcohol. Meeting times and locations vary.
- (807) 622-1906
- Support groups for people who love someone who has an addiction to narcotics. Meeting times and locations vary.
- Email: naranontbay@gmail.com or strengthandhopetbay@gmail.com for meetings details.
Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
- (807) 626-9145
Narcotics Anonymous (NA):
- NA offers free meetings and support for anyone who wants to stop using drugs. Call the number below to get connected with meeting locations and times.
- Phone Number: 1-888-811-3887
Harm Reduction for Addiction
NorWest Community Health Centre - Mental Health Services Services
- Safe place to consume illicit drugs, harm reduction and injection equipment available, staffed by healthcare professionals available in emergencies and for health teaching
- (807) 626-8518
- Monday to Saturday from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
- The Superior Points program at the TBDHU offers harm reduction services to the community. This includes needle and syringe exchange, and condom, sterile water, and naloxone (plus training) distribution.
- For more information visit, the website or call (807) 621-7862 or (807) 621-7861 or toll-free: 1-888-294-6630
- Elevate NWO provides outreach services, clinics, support groups, needle exchange, and case management. Programming is available for people living with, affected by or at risk of HIV, AIDS, and Hepatitis C in Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario.
- Phone: 807-345-1516
Opioid Agonist Therapy
Medication Assisted Therapy
- Prescription methadone or prenorphine/naloxone (opioids) administration to manage symptoms of withdrawal from opioids.
- Ontario Addictions Treatment Centres (OATC)
- Info line for new patients: 1-877-937-2282
- OATC Thunder Bay North: (807) 768-2910
- OATC Thunder Bay Red River: (807) 768-4352
- OATC Thunder Bay South: (807) 622-2900
- OATC Thunder Bay Westfort: (807) 577-3540
- Lucero Health Clinics
- Court Street: (807) 633-6666
- Joseph Esquega
- (807) 623-4444
Online/Over the Phone
- “Saying When” provides mobile tools to monitor and analyze individual drinking patterns. It is designed for people who are concerned about their drinking, but do not have a severe alcohol use disorder.
- Confidential wellness and recovery support web-based program for alcohol and drugs.
- Free companion app “Breaking Free by LifeWorks” also available
- If you are a resident of Ontario, you can access the program for FREE by entering your postal code at sign up.
- The “Lifeguard Connect” App is a life-saving app designed to combat the opioid epidemic by providing real-time substance warnings, NWO resources and supports, education, use alone timer, and more.
- See video for more information on how it works and download it on your mobile device
- A free app providing culturally safe mental health and substance use supports; download from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store.
Crisis
- Beendigen Women's Crisis Home
- The crisis home, open 24/7, provides emergency shelter for women and children who require safe accommodations and are seeking refuge from abuse. Call (807) 346-HELP (4357) or Toll Free: 1-888-200-9997.
- Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Crisis Line (MMIWG)
- An independent, national, toll-free support call line is available to provide support for anyone who requires assistance. This line is available free of charge, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call :1-844-413-6649.
- Indian Residential School Survivor and Family Hotline
- The crisis line is available 24 hours a day for anyone experiencing pain or distress as a result of a residential school experience. Call: 1-866-925-4419.
Counselling
- Dilico Anishinabek Family Care
- Walk-in counselling available in Thunder Bay, Tuesdays 1:00 to 7:00 pm. Call (807) 624-5818.
- Walk-in counselling available in Longlac, last Monday of each month from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. Call (855) 623-8511 - Contact the local Dilico office for clinic times and locations in the district.
Programming
- Provides support and programs to women and their children who have experienced abuse with the incorporation of the Seven Grandfather Teachings. Call (807) 622-1121.
Thunder Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre
- Wide range of programming offered to support health and wellness across the lifespan. Call (807) 345-5840.
- Variety of programming offered to people across the lifespan for improved health and wellbeing. In Geraldton, call (807) 854-1060.
Ontario Native Women's Association
- Programming and support offered to Indigenous women (regardless of status). Call: (807) 623-3442 or Toll-Free: 1-800-667-0816.
- The Biidaaban Healing Lodge is a 12-unit facility that provides the Indigenous population in the Robinson-Superior Area with residential and community-based programming. Call (807) 229-3592 or Toll-Free: 1-888-432-7102.
- Provide culturally safe, comprehensive care and helps empower patients through their health and wellness journey. Services include: Maternal Wellness Programs, EarlyON Centre, Youth Mental Health, Healthy Eating and Active Living. Services are provided Monday to Friday from 8:30am – 4:30 pm. Call (807) 623-0383.
Dilico Anishinabek Family Care
- Walk-in counselling available in Longlac, Nipigon, Mobert, Thunder Bay, Whitesand. Call Toll free: (855) 623-8511 or visit the website for clinic times.
Community Assistance Program (Anishnabek Nation Citizen Specific)
- 24/7 crisis line can be accessed for citizens of the Anishinabek Nation. Call: 1-800-663-1142.
Addictions
Ka-na-chi-hih Specialized Solvent Abuse Treatment Centre
- Substance use residential treatment centre for First Nation youth aged 18-30. Offers services such as intake, referral, aftercare, and support. Call (807) 623-5577 or Toll-Free: 1-888-863-1560.
Online/Over the Phone Support
- Hope for Wellness Helpline offers free phone or online chatting support 24/7 to all Indigenous people across Canada from experienced and culturally competent counsellors.Chat lines are available in English and French and telephone support can be made available in Cree, Ojibway (Anishinaabemowin), and Inuktitut). *Please note: Supports in Cree, Ojibway, and Inuktitut are not available 24/7, so you may need to call in to find out the next time that a language-speaker will be available.* Chat online by visiting the link above or call 1-855-242-3310.
- Culturally grounded, confidential helpline, for Indigenous women (available in 14 languages) offered 24/7. Call or Text: 1-855-554-HEAL. A live chat option is available on the website.
Crisis and/or Shelter
- Crisis Home - Open 24/7, provides emergency shelter for women and children who require safe accommodations and are seeking refuge from abuse
- (807) 346-HELP (4357) or Toll Free: 1-888-200-9997
- Shelter service for women and children seeking refuge from abuse
- (807) 345-0450
Thunder Bay Sexual Abuse Centre
- For 24/7 support for crisis any time after an assault
- Crisis Phone from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.: (807) 345-0894 and TF: 1 (866) 311-5927
- 24/7 Crisis Phone: (807) 344-4502
- Crisis counselling during normal office hours (9:30am to 4:30pm weekdays) for immediate crisis – whether it is an assault that has just occurred or some event that has triggered feelings connected to a past assault/abuse. No appointment necessary.
- (807) 345-0894 or TF: (866) 863-0511
- For 24/7 support for crisis any time after an assault:
- (807) 345-0450
- Provides an alternative choice for reporting a crime and/or tragedy plus support, education and referral services to victims of crime and tragic circumstances
- Crisis response line: (807) 684-1051
FemAide *Francophone Service*
- Fem’aide offre aux femmes d’expression française aux prises avec la violence sexiste, du soutien, des renseignements et de l’aiguillage. Vers les services appropriés dans leur collectivité 24 heures par jour, sept jours par semaine.
- 1-877-FEM-AIDE (336-2433)
Programming and Support
Ontario Native Women's Association
- Programming and support offered to Indigenous women (regardless of status)
- Fort William First Nation head office: (807) 623-3442, Toll-Free: 1-800-667-0816
- Thunder Bay office: (807) 623-3442, Toll-Free: 1-800-667-0816
Northwestern Ontario Women’s Centre
- Information, support, and referrals targeted to self-identifying women as it relates to violence against women, justice systems, social assistance, health, employment, sexual harassment, LGBTTQQ2SI issues, and basic human rights.
- (807) 345-7802
Centr’Elles *Francophone Service*
- Centr'Elles est le seul organisme francophone qui travaille dans le domaine de la violence dans le Nord-Ouest de l'Ontario.
- Le bureaux sont fermés pendant le COVID-19 mais les services sont toujours disponibles du lundi au vendredi de 9 h à 16 h 30.
- 1-888-415-4156
- Individual or group support services for women who have or are experiencing emotional, physical, and/or sexual abuse. Counselling is available for those over the age of 16 at no cost. The program supports women in their choices and offers safety planning. (807) 684-1800
- Confidential online or over the phone peer support for LGBTTQQ2SI youth available Sunday to Friday from 4:00 to 9:30 pm. Text: (647) 694-4275 or chat live on the website.
Northwestern Ontario Women’s Centre
- Information, support, and referrals targeted to self-identifying women as it relates to violence against women, justice systems, social assistance, health, employment, sexual harassment, LGBTTQQ2SI issues, and basic human rights. Call (807) 345-7802.
- The Other 10%: A youth group for folks aged 12-25 that links youth to resources and support as well as explores LGBTQ2S+ identities. Meetings are held every second Thursday from 5:00 – 7:00pm at the NorWest Community Health Centre. Call (807) 343-5000.
- Information about local and district programs and services (subject to change, please call ahead when accessing services). Information on active living, food and meal options, government services, etc.
- Programs and services for older adults who are experiencing challenges with their emotional, psychological, and social well-being
Mental Health Commission of Canada
- Includes guidelines to better support older adult mental health and older adult fact sheets for suicide prevention.
- Includes an array of resources for older adults (guided meditation, social baking, tech support). Empowers seniors to feel competent in using technology. Tech sessions with a student volunteer can be arranged.
Canadian Coalition for Seniors’ Mental Health
- Ensures that seniors mental health is recognized as a key Canadian health and wellness issue. It helps to bridge gaps in understanding of senior mental health for caregivers and care partners. It focuses on many different mental health issues across the aging continuum.
- Offers palliative, grief, and caregiver support. Support is available in district communities (Geraldton/Longlac, Manitouwadge, Marathon, Nipigon, Terrace Bay/Schreiber). Ills offrent ses services en Français aussi. Call (807) 626-5570.
Brain Injury Service of Northern Ontario
- Services and assistance for people living with acquired brain injuries. Call (807) 623-1188.
- Supporting adults with developmental disabilities to be included in the community. Supports include aids with employment, transitioning to living on your own, personal shopping and food preparation, and the utilization of public services (like public transportation). Call (807) 345-9933.
- Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse Program: Confidential support for men over the age of 16 who have experienced sexual abuse or assault. Family and significant others can also access counselling to support their loved one. Call (807) 684-1800.
- Financial Counselling: One-on-one counselling is provided to support and talk about your financial goals and challenges in confidence with no cost to you. Professional counsellors offer impartial information, tools, and resources to help you navigate your personal finances. The service includes financial literacy education, assistance to access banking and income support/benefits, RESP information and support, financial empowerment, and more. Call (807) 684-1800.
- Alternative Dispute Resolution: This funded program helps families develop plans for children and youth when Child Protection Services is concerned about their well-being. Call (807) 684-1800.
Crisis Support
Crisis support line
- Mobile crisis response, crisis support, and 24/7 phone services for anyone experiencing a mental health crisis. Call Toll Free: 1-888-269-3100.
North of Superior Programs:
- Community based agency that assists those suffering from difficulties with mental health and addictions. Programming includes assessment, clinical counselling, case management, relapse prevention, psychiatric consultation and referrals to appropriate residential treatment centers. Self-referrals by phone or in person. The district-wide Toll-Free number is 1-877-895-6677.
- Walk-in counselling available in
- Schreiber (807) 824-3236
- Nipigon (807) 887-2632
- Marathon (807) 229-0607
- Manitouwadge (807) 826-4517
- Longlac (807) 876-2235
- Geraldton (807) 854-1321
- Armstrong (807) 356-5744
Programming in the District
- The Biidaaban Healing Lodge is a 12 unit facility that provides the Aboriginal population in the Robinson-Superior Area with residential and community-based programming. Call (807) 229-3592 or Toll-Free: 1-888-432-7102.
Ontario Native Women's Association
- Programming and support offered to Indigenous women (regardless of status). Visit their website or call for information about programming specific to the district.
- Fort William First Nation head office: (807) 623-3442, Toll-Free: 1-800-667-0816
- Thunder Bay office: (807) 623-3442, Toll-Free: 1-800-667-0816
People Advocating for Change through Empowerment (P.A.C.E.)
- Peer support program to support people with mental health and addictions issues. Free programming and drop-in facility for members (membership is free). Services have been altered due to COVID-19, call or reach out through the website for support and information on services offered.
- Thunder Bay (807) 343-4760
- Marathon (807) 229-0357
- Geraldton (807) 854-2649
- Manitouwadge (807) 826-4442
- Schreiber-Terrace Bay (807) 824-1362
NorWest Community Health Centre
- Provides a variety of mental and physical wellbeing services and programs.
- Thunder Bay: (807) 622-8235 or Toll-Free 1-866-357-5454
- Armstrong: (807) 583-1145
- Longlac: (807) 876-2271 or Toll-Free: 1-888-876-2271
- Mobile Services: (807) 626-8474 or Toll-Free: 1-866-357-5454 ext. 8474
- Variety of programming offered to people across the lifespan for improved health and wellbeing. In Geraldton: (807) 854-1060
Addictions Support in the District
- Group of people sharing experiences in recovery from addiction to alcohol. Meeting times and locations vary. Call (807) 623-1712.
Rapid Access Addiction Medicine Clinic (RAAM):
- RAAM clinic provides low-barrier, easy to access, and walk-in services for people aged 16+ living with substance use issues, including prescriptions for addiction medications.
- Nipigon District Family Health Team: (807) 887-5252
- Marathon Family Health Team: (807) 229-1541 Ext. 298 OR (807) 229-3243
- Longlac:
- Dilico Anishnabek Family Care (807) 876-2271 ext. 137 or 148
- NorWest Community Health Centre (807) 876-2271 ext. 137 or 148
Canadian Addiction Treatment Centres (Formerly OATC)
- Provides prescription methadone or buprenorphine/naloxone administration to manage symptoms of withdrawal from opioids. Some sites provide Hepatitis C testing and treatment, as well as needle exchange services.
- Longlac: (807) 876-9666
For Further Information
Call the Injury Prevention & Substance Use Program: (807) 625-5900 or toll-free 1-888-294-6630